Alicia lovas, rmt

Hello,

My name is Alicia Lovas. I have been working as an RMT for 10 years. My massage style is a combination of therapeutic and relaxation. I want clients to really decompress on the table so I use a combination of slow release techniques, which are great for stubborn muscles. Outside of work, I am a new mother and I enjoy a verity of outdoor activities like hiking, trail running and camping.  I am also a book worm and look forward to hearing all your book recommendations in the treatment room! 

Hi, my name is Makenzie. 

After flying to Maui in 2017 to become a certified Yoga instructor I came home and began my journey to study Massage Therapy and continued my interest in helping people. I eagerly got involved with practitioners who I consider mentors and for the curious mind I have, this was the best thing I could do for my practice and future clients. 

One could describe my practice as therapeutic but what does that mean? Well, I personalise each treatment, using resources, continuous education and a listening ear to really make sure my clients know that treatment is truly about their goals and wellbeing for their homeostasis. Some of the techniques I like to marry with swedish techniques are low level craniosacral, fascia connection, breathing techniques and stretching. I believe a big part of massage therapy is to connect with humans with peace in mind, whether that means laughing, sleeping, or maybe feeling a little uncomfortable to get comfortable to achieve a relaxed state. 

My main concern for my clients is for us to develop a trusting relationship. I don’t make complicated stories for my clients, I simply provide them a space to get out of the rat race and encourage them to have a deeper connection with their body.

If I am not talking about or providing a massage I am either planning or eating a delicious meal with loved ones, taking my Bijon Shitzu out on the kayak with me, playing fetch or walking trails with my younger mutt, dancing like nobody's watching (because they probably shouldn’t) or booking a trip for my husband and I. 

  Jennifer is an experienced RMT, working full time as a massage therapist since February 2014. She graduated from Alberta College of Massage Therapy’s 2200hr program in July 2015.

It is Jennifer’s belief that before we can achieve any relief and physical improvement, people must feel safe, comfortable and relaxed, and she is deeply driven to provide a safe space for *all humans* and their bodies.

Jennifer has several **additional modalities**, which are incorporated into her treatments as, and where, needed:

>John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Level 1, Unwinding + Fascial Pelvis
>Dynamic Cupping Massage
>Pre/Post-Natal Massage Certification**
>Hot/Cold Stone Therapy

Jennifer has amassed a variety of experience over the years, and she is excited to settle into this next chapter of her career, while looking forward to learning so much more, growing as a therapist and most importantly, helping clients in a collaborative manner here at Progressive Physiotherapy 

Hello, I'm Mary Jane!
I graduated from the 2200 hour RMT program with the Alberta College of Massage Therapy. I'm offering relaxation, deep tissue and therapeutic massage as well as Dynamic Cupping therapy. I have a passion for learning, growing and experiencing various injuries / conditions to enhance my knowledge to help my clients ailments. I am always looking for a challenge and meeting new people. 

Hello! My name is Andrej Gursching! I am a Registered Massage Therapist. I focus on the ultimate relaxation and body reset, with the use of aromatherapy, cupping and massage techniques, you’ll come out feeling like a brand new you! 

Melissa was born and raised in Grande Prairie, and now raising her children in the area.

Melissa graduated as an RMT in 2004, after which she bought a clinic downtown GP and continued expanding her knowledge in a variety of modalities in the alternative medicine industry.

While taking a step back to raise her children, Melissa taught massage therapy at a local school for a few years. Being an athlete and coach for the majority of her life, it was a natural progression to get certified in Nutrition, specifically women’s health and sports nutrition. 

Melissa has been studying German New Medicine for the past year.

German New Medicine (GNM) is the study of how unexpected emotional distressing events (both big and small) cause physical adaptations in the body, which you feel as symptoms. Underlying stressful traumatic events could be the reason why you will only get temporary relief from some treatments or perhaps why you’re stuck in a pain cycle. GNM understands and looks for how to identify the root cause of your symptoms. It goes down a layer deeper to what is truly causing the symptoms and helps you to process through the traumatic event. This enables your body to finish the healing process and go back to normal stronger/more equipped to handle a similar stressful event. 

Through discussion, Melissa will help you to understand and release the emotional stress responsible for the onset of your symptoms (pain). This method can help guide you more effectively through the healing process of releasing unconscious emotional baggage, resulting in your body healing from the inside out, and leaving your mind at ease. You can live pain free!

When she’s not running her three beautiful children around, Melissa enjoys physical activities, being outdoors, hiking, gardening, studying alternative medicine and tea with friends. 

Melissa Rogan is currently offering GNM sessions for pain symptoms at Progressive Physiotherapy.

Hello! I'm Jesse Gundersen! I'm a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and am very pumped to work at Progressive Physio. 

Health, fitness, and nutrition are my passions. I believe that taking care of our bodies and minds is the foundation for a fulfilling life. When I'm not studying or working, you'll often find me pushing my limits as an ultra-runner and assorted other fitness challenges. 

I'm driven by a genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives, and I'm excited to embark on this journey as a Registered Massage Therapist together.

As a registered massage therapist, Madeline recently completed the 2200-hour program at ACMT in 2023, equipping her with the expertise to target specific areas of concern using deep tissue techniques that provide lasting pain relief for her clients of all ages. Furthering her skillset, Madeline recently became certified in the FMT Rock Tape Blading method, empowering her to offer even more modalities to assist in her client's recovery. When she's not refining her craft through upcoming courses, you can find this active mom of two soaking up the great outdoors with her family.

Hello! 

My name is Alexandra Kunz and I am so excited to be on the Progressive team. I have 13 years of knowledge and practice in the field of massage therapy with a focus on therapeutic and recovery treatments more so than relaxation. I am currently studying towards my bachelors of psychology with the intent to combine all the anatomy knowledge from massage with psychology courses to better understand how the body and mind work together. 

Bio coming soon!